![]() ![]() Almost immediately we were surrounded by the breathtaking swirls of orange sandstone illuminated by the narrow patches of light that Antelope Canyon is know for. We arrived early and departed promptly at the time of our tour, and after a short walk to the entrance, our guide TJ led us down a series of metal stairs 85 feet into the canyon. We booked a 10:15am tour at the end of February through Dixie’s Lower Antelope Canyon Tours, which would take us on a 1.5 hour journey through this remarkable slot canyon. And since its on private land within the Navajo Nation, a guided tour is mandatory to visit. The canyon is divided into 2 sections, Upper Antelope Canyon is shaped like an “A” with a wider opening at the bottom and more narrow opening at the top, whereas Lower Antelope Canyon is shaped like a “V” so is much narrower to walk through with some steep staircases. We found it to be a great homebase for a long weekend filled with hiking and other outdoor adventures, with the crown jewel being Antelope Canyon. Located in Page, Arizona, the area that does not have the same magnetic draw as other nearby destinations like the Grand Canyon or Arches National Park, but punches well above its weight in terms places to explore. Antelope Canyon is another awe-inspiring site that is a bit off the beaten path, but the reward is well worth the extra effort. I never cease to be amazed by the many geological gems that are hidden in plain site throughout the southwest of the United States, from White Sands in southern New Mexico to Canyonlands in Moab, Utah. ![]()
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